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I dunno on this one guys, the topic relates to animes, it's the general problems that parents have, i think this falls into this criteria.

Well i think parents have probelms with it cause they associate it with cartoons, normal cartoons like Looney Toons and etc. it's animation and animation is all the same and meant for children they think, or something along the lines, but some parents don't mind animes.

I dunno on this one guys, the topic relates to animes, it's the general problems that parents have, i think this falls into this criteria.

Well i think parents have probelms with it cause they associate it with cartoons, normal cartoons like Looney Toons and etc. it's animation and animation is all the same and meant for children they think, or something along the lines, but some parents don't mind animes.

yeah i know, you're right, but my brother posted it anyways. Its related to the animes i suppose, like you said.

If your parents have a problem with it, then talk to them. They dont watch it like you do, so they dont know why you like it. Some animations have nudity and too much gun shooting and that stuff. Those can be problems that your parents think about. Talk to them and assure them that it doesn't bother you in your studies or anything.

To address your first post, you are entitled to do what you want, it's a hobby like anything else, like going dancing or etc. It can't alone be blammed for changes in your education, you alone are responsible enough for that and no blame can be put on that and well can't say anything about ratings..

My parents have a problem

my parents have a problem with anime because A: they think its a little adulty u no like on some parts. B:they think it a wast of money of the anime and manga i buy and C:they say that i can never get a job in makein mangas (which i am good at) so dude i no what u are goin through (by the way im a dude i just perfer and girls as pic)

My parents think that anime is ment only for children (from the days i wached sailor moon ^^; ) they think i should "grow up" lol but they're a lot of different genre out there, some are ment for teens some adults, you just need to show them... but when it comes to violence and stuff like that well you can turn on your tv and watch any show and find violence (which can be worse and be in real life) i try to tell my parents its an art form of life -^.^-

my parents have a problem with anime because A: they think its a little adulty u no like on some parts. B:they think it a wast of money of the anime and manga i buy and C:they say that i can never get a job in makein mangas (which i am good at) so dude i no what u are goin through

Those are exactly why my parents have problems with animes, they also think that animes are the weirdest thing in the world cos they dun look human-like haha.

Those are exactly why my parents have problems with animes, they also think that animes are the weirdest thing in the world cos they dun look human-like haha.

yea it gets.......weird........at some parts but they look at it as like the only bad thing on the plant take like.........american pie my parents laugh at that movie but they watch my anime like azumanga daioh etc. the talk crap about it

hmmm... my parents have no problem about me watching anime... I think most parents will understand it that you like anime with a bit of explaining, just you don't overdo it like spending all your pocket money that supposed to last about week, to buy anime -related stuff i.e. DVDs and ask pocket money from them the very next day, they sure gone ballastic 'bout that or watching anime until your tend to ignore your responsiblity at home, your studies or them completely. Try to control yourself, try set time limits to watch anime or if you're a DVD boxset collector freak, set which anime you want to buy, saving your money and when you have the sufficient money, buy it and enjoy.

Eh, my parents just kinda complain about everything I do. Don't spend tour money on food, get something that will last longer!!!! Don't spend your money on movies and games, they won't help you in the long run!!!! Don't spend your money on your friends, let them make their own money!!!! Don't spend your money on books, you can borrow them from the library!!!! Don't spend your money on new hockey equipment, it'll only break as well!!!!

Most of you guys say that parents associate anime with American cartoons which target a younger audience. I think it's the opposite, because I can't see why anyone would have a problem with his or her kids watching American cartoons. Anime is so diverse, there's something for every age group. You're parents may not like anime, because they saw you watching an anime with adult content or something. Like two or three years ago my dad saw me watching Hellsing, and he didn't like the language. If you're parents do think that you're too old for cartoons try to explain that all animes aren't meant to be viewed by kids. If you're not a socially active person, your parents may think that you have some obsession with fantasy, or that you're not able to function in the real world. Then again, you didn't say why you're parents aren't fond of you watching animes. You probably should ask them what's the problem, then ask for help.

"A woman is like a tea bag, you cannot tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water."
- Nancy Reagan

My mother always wanted me to keep a diverse outlook on things as a child....so she has no problem with it now, or has she ever.

If your parents trust you than they will trust you enough to make your own desicisons on shows appropirate to watch as per their wish's.A parents realation ship with their children is based upon Trust, compensation, and understanding.
Just because your an otaku does not mean they should change that either, i don't know how old you are, however communication is important so you can come to terms with them and earn their trust.
Just ask your parents to hear you out and respect your choices as a young adult trying to learn responsability, they will most likly come to some agreement, like previewing an episode of an anime that you want to watch, or limiting the ratings.